Silent Hill f Banned in Australia With “Refused Classification” Rating

Silent Hill f has been banned in Australia following a "Refused Classification" rating from the country's classification board. This decision has sparked significant interest and concern among fans eager to play the latest addition to the Silent Hill series. Let's delve into the reasons behind this rating and explore the latest updates on Silent Hill 4.

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Silent Hill f Gets Banned in Australia

The Australian Classification Board's decision to give Silent Hill f a "Refused Classification" rating means that the game will not be available for purchase, rental, advertisement, or legal import in Australia. This stringent rating is applied to content deemed to exceed generally accepted community standards and beyond what is permissible in the R 18+ and X 18+ categories.

Although the specific reasons for this rating have not been detailed publicly, the Australian Classification Board's website explains that "Refused Classification (RC)" is reserved for materials containing content that significantly breaches community standards. This has left many fans and observers seeking more clarity on the board's decision.

In contrast, the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) in the United States has rated Silent Hill f as "Mature 17+," citing reasons such as blood and gore, intense violence, and partial nudity. The ESRB's detailed rating summary highlights elements like frequent blood splatter, enemy attacks that impale the player, gory cutscenes, and concept art featuring a nude mannequin as contributing factors to the game's rating.

The recent Silent Hill Transmission event on March 13 provided fans with a glimpse of what to expect from Silent Hill f. With its ratings, it appears that the game is set to be one of the most graphically intense and violent entries in the Silent Hill franchise to date. For those eager to stay informed about Silent Hill f, be sure to check out our dedicated article for the latest updates and insights.